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Majority Leader Pedersen, Speaker Jinkins: Protecting Transgender Youth in Washington State
Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen and Speaker of the House Laurie Jinkins made the following statement Monday in response to multiple federal executive orders attacking transgender youth: “As parents, members...
Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Protect Anesthesia Coverage
OLYMPIA – Rep. Alicia Rule (D-Blaine) and Rep. Michelle Caldier (R-Gig Harbor) have introduced bipartisan legislation to prohibit insurance companies from capping reimbursement for anesthesiology costs. House Bill 1812 ensures...
Davis bill helps pinpoint the right mental health medications
OLYMPIA—Legislation proposed by Rep. Lauren Davis (D-32nd District) would expedite the arduous process of finding the right medication for people living with mental health challenges. “When a patient has...
Rep. Janice Zahn Leads Recognizing January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month
Olympia — State Representative Janice Zahn, newly appointed to represent Washington’s 41st Legislative District, is taking a strong stand against human trafficking by introducing a resolution to designate January as...
Statement from Speaker Laurie Jinkins on Federal Executive Orders Threatening Washington Residents
Para español, ver más abajo Speaker of the House Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma), released the following statement today in response to federal executive orders putting immigrants, refugees, and undocumented community members...
Latino Democratic Caucus Chair Ortiz-Self Responds to Undocumented Immigrant Safety Concerns
Para español, ver más abajo January 30th, 2025 OLYMPIA – Now, more than ever before, we must acknowledge that decisions made at the federal level regarding immigration policy are threatening...
Rep. Shelley Kloba Introduces the People’s Privacy Act Ahead of Data Privacy Day
OLYMPIA – In an age where personal data has become the new gold rush, Rep. Shelley Kloba (D–Kenmore) has introduced the People’s Privacy Act to protect the autonomy, safety, and...
Rep. Natasha Hill Honors Dr. King’s Legacy, Calls for Action on Economic and Racial Justice
OLYMPIA – Today, Representative Natasha Hill (D-Spokane) delivered a powerful speech on the House floor, urging lawmakers to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through bold, direct action to combat racial and...
Saving money and energy
OLYMPIA—The state will fund a $1 million project at Olympic Medical Center, part of a program lawmakers started to boost clean energy and efficiency. “The cost of heating and...
Rep. Chris Stearns Sworn in as Speaker Pro Tempore
Rep. Chris Stearns is sworn in as Speaker Pro Tempore by Justice Steven C. González. (Photo courtesy of the House of Representatives / LSS.) OLYMPIA – On Tuesday, the second...